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Myanmar military steps up fight for rare earth area and border routes

Myanmar's ongoing conflict was sparked in 2021, when the military staged a coup that ousted the democratically-elected civilian government led by Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi

The Hindu 25 May 2026 2:11 pm

BRIN researchers uncover 29 new flora species in Indonesia

Indonesias National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has announced the discovery of 29 new flora species ...

Antara News 25 May 2026 1:38 pm

Indonesian police confirm no sabotage behind Sumatra mass blackout

The Criminal Investigation Agency of the Indonesian National Police confirmed no sabotage involved in the major power ...

Antara News 25 May 2026 1:04 pm

Ministry confirms forestry investment opportunities for carbon trading

The Ministry of Forestry emphasized that investment opportunities in Indonesia's forestry sector are increasingly ...

Antara News 25 May 2026 1:00 pm

RI to finalize natural resources export rules as state shifts trade

Indonesias Trade Minister Budi Santoso said a ministerial regulation on natural resource exports is expected to ...

Antara News 25 May 2026 12:59 pm

Indonesia taps UGM to drive sports innovation with big data technology

The Indonesian Ministry of Youth and Sports is collaborating with Gadjah Mada University (UGM) to advance sports ...

Antara News 25 May 2026 12:31 pm

World Bank warns Bali over five critical challenges

Bali Governor Wayan Koster received input from the World Bank regarding five major issues in Bali that have become ...

Antara News 25 May 2026 11:06 am

A Grand Success! The 2026 China Tourism Day Main Venue Debuts at Canton Tower

On May 19, 2026, the 16th China Tourism Day was successfully held at the Guangzhou City Construction Investment ...

Antara News 25 May 2026 9:58 am

Death toll hits three in Philippine construction collapse, 17 missing

Two workers pinned beneath the wreckage were found alive after the nine-storey structure gave way on May 24, hitting a nearby hotel and killing a Malaysian guest

The Hindu 25 May 2026 9:04 am

Indonesia says Israeli raid on Gaza flotilla violates int'l law

The Indonesian government condemns the violence and detention carried out by Israeli forces against volunteers of the ...

Antara News 25 May 2026 8:30 am

Indonesia launches new anti-scam platform through OJK

The Financial Services Authority (OJK) is developing the National Fraud Portal within the Indonesia Anti-Scam Center ...

Antara News 25 May 2026 5:14 am

BRIN identifies new spiny eggplant species from Kalimantan

Indonesias National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has identified a new spiny eggplant species from ...

Antara News 25 May 2026 4:56 am

Gaza hospital says child among three killed in Israeli strike

Al-Aqsa Martyrs hospital in Deir el-Balah said it had received the bodies of a couple and their infant after an Israeli strike hit a residental apartment in the Al-Nuseirat camp before dawn.

The Hindu 24 May 2026 9:12 pm

Bahrain court jails nine for life for collaborating with Iran's Revolutionary Guards

The defendants were involved in gathering information on sensitive sites and facilitating related financial transfers, the statement said.

The Hindu 24 May 2026 9:05 pm

Indonesia condemns Somaliland-Israel embassy move, backs Somalia

Indonesia and 17 other countries strongly condemned the Somaliland region's move to open a purported embassy in ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 8:10 pm

Indonesian official calls algorithm dominance new digital colonialism

Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Nezar Patria warned Indonesia's younger generation about the ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 6:40 pm

BRIN, UGM urge protection of rare mangrove species in E Kalimantan

Researchers from Indonesia's National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) and Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) have ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 6:30 pm

Indonesia's BNPB, Australia's DFAT, Unand partner in disaster research

Indonesia's National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB), Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 6:21 pm

Nine Indonesians return after Israel detention

All nine Indonesians detained by Israeli forces during the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) humanitarian mission ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 6:03 pm

Indonesia's Aceh to gain larger role in offshore oil, gas management

Upstream oil and gas regulator SKK Migas and the Aceh Oil and Gas Management Agency (BPMA) signed a memorandum of ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 3:09 pm

Russia uses hypersonic Oreshnik missile in mass attack on Kyiv

The intense aerial assault damaged buildings across the Ukrainian capital, including near government offices, residential buildings and schools

The Hindu 24 May 2026 3:04 pm

NTB studies clean energy supergrid project feasibility

The West Nusa Tenggara Provincial Government said a feasibility study is needed for a proposed clean energy supergrid ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 2:42 pm

Yogyakarta quake survivors' market spurs recovery

Indonesias Coordinating Ministry for Human Development and Culture said the Survivors Market at the 20th ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 1:51 pm

Pertamina, ERIA team up on Indonesia's energy transition

Indonesias state energy company Pertamina has partnered with Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 12:17 pm

Indonesia, Saudi Arabia discuss enhanced security for Hajj pilgrims

Indonesias National Police (Polri) sought collaboration with the Presidency of State Security (PSS) of Saudi ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 12:14 pm

At least 24 killed, many injured in blast near railway track in Pakistan's Balochistan

The explosion occurred on Sunday, May 24, near Chaman Phatak railway station in Quetta; Babar Yousafzai, the spokesperson to the Home Minister, said that all relevant institutions have been placed on high alert following an explosion in the city.

The Hindu 24 May 2026 12:13 pm

Makassar Police seize 6 kg of meth with international link

Makassar Police in South Sulawesiseized more than six kilograms of methamphetamine and arrested seven suspects ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 11:45 am

Ministry to assist rubber farmers to increase productivity, income

Deputy Minister of Transmigration Viva Yoga Mauladi has stated that the Ministry of Transmigration is ready to assist ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 11:31 am

Pakistan PM hails Trump's 'extraordinary efforts to pursue peace' in West Asia

U.S. President Trump said in a statement that a memorandum of understanding on a peace deal has been largely negotiated with Iran

The Hindu 24 May 2026 11:14 am

Gunman had violent history and possible obsession with White House, says Trump

On May 23, a person who approached a White House security checkpoint and began firing at officers has died, according to federal officials

The Hindu 24 May 2026 11:09 am

BRIN studies tempeh, probiotics for healthy aging

Indonesias National Research and Innovation Agency is studying the potential of tempeh and probiotics to support ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 10:26 am

Temperature rising in chemical tank at risk of exploding in California

About 40,000 residents were ordered to leave their homes in the Garden Grove area of Orange County, southeast of Los Angeles, after the tank began to leak, sending fumes over a heavily populated area

The Hindu 24 May 2026 10:05 am

Indonesian troops boost anti-drone border surveillance

Indonesias military has intensified air surveillance along the West Kalimantan border with Malaysia through ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 10:02 am

Indonesias free meal program reaches 62.45 million people

Indonesias Free Nutritious Food (MBG) program has reached more than 62 million beneficiaries nationwide, ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 9:04 am

Indonesia seeks return of historic Keris from abroad

Culture Minister Fadli Zon said Indonesia is continuing efforts to repatriate historic keris from overseas, including ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 8:56 am

Indonesia, Japan enhance naval cooperation during warship visit

The Indonesian Navys Regional Naval Command III strengthened diplomatic and military ties with the Japanese ...

Antara News 24 May 2026 8:12 am

Iran-Israel war LIVE: Pakistan hopes to host new round of Iran-U.S. talks 'very soon'

U.S. President Donald Trump said on May 23, that a deal with Iran had been largely negotiated, with the proposal including opening the crucial Strait of Hormuz, though the agreement was subject to finalisation.

The Hindu 24 May 2026 7:14 am

Bundibugyo ebolavirus | A deadly pathogen

The strain that causes an often-fatal viral haemorrhagic fever is the primary causative agent in the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda

The Hindu 24 May 2026 12:24 am

Tens of thousands march in Madrid to demand Spanish Prime Minister resigns

Tens of thousands of demonstrators carried banners marked with Resignation of the socialist mafia and other slogans, alongside scores of Spanish gold and red flags in the March for Dignity

The Hindu 23 May 2026 7:08 pm

ANTARA appreciate Saudi Arabia's preparedness for Hajj 2026 facilities

Indonesia's National News Agency (LKBN) ANTARA commended Saudi Arabian government for its detailed preparation of ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 6:44 pm

Uganda confirms three new Ebola cases, bringing total to five

Uganda has confirmed three additional Ebola cases as health authorities work to contain the spreading outbreak

The Hindu 23 May 2026 6:15 pm

USGS evaluates Kilauea after magnitude 6 quake near Hawaiis Big Island

A magnitude 6 earthquake struck Hawaiis Big Island, prompting the United States Geological Survey to assess possible impacts on Kilauea volcano activity

The Hindu 23 May 2026 6:07 pm

Indonesia's free meals program employs 1.28 million nationwide

Indonesias Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) program has continued to generate significant economic impact through job ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 5:35 pm

Indonesia pushes Giant Sea Wall plan to protect Java's north coast

Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono said the government is ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 5:28 pm

Indonesia pushes massive shrimp farming expansion under Prabowo

President Prabowo Subianto believes Indonesia has a major opportunity to become one of the worlds leading shrimp ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 5:19 pm

Prabowo attends shrimp harvest in Kebumen, produces Rp2.8B per hectare

President Prabowo Subianto on Saturday reviewed the bumper harvest at the Area-Based Shrimp Farming (BUBK) in Kebumen, ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 5:09 pm

Indonesia urges conservation efforts ahead of COP17 biodiversity talks

Indonesian Environment Minister Mohammad Jumhur Hidayat has called on the public to take concrete local action to ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 5:01 pm

Indonesia trains young talent to build domestic chip industry

Indonesia is training young researchers and engineers to strengthen its semiconductor workforce as the ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 4:16 pm

Estonia can be Indias gateway to northern Europe: Envoy Ashish Sinha

Envoy Ashish Sinha highlighted growth opportunities for cooperation in trade, technology and digital innovation

The Hindu 23 May 2026 4:15 pm

Prabowo commits to stop wealth fund leakage

Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto is committed to strengthen food sovereignty and prevent leakage of the ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 3:51 pm

Minister urges universities to strengthen research quality

Indonesian Higher Education, Science, and Technology Minister Brian Yuliarto urged state universities to improve ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 3:31 pm

Prabowo guarantees food self-sufficiency amid geopolitical tensions

President Prabowo Subianto affirmed Indonesia's food self-sufficiency achievement, includingshrimp farming ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 3:30 pm

Ministry provides career continuity for National Internship alumni

The Ministry of Manpower is committed to providing career continuity for National Internship alumni as an effort to ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 3:28 pm

UNICEF raises alarm over rising violence against children in Bangladesh

UNICEF appealed to the public, media outlets and social media users to respect the rights of the victims and their families by refraining from sharing the victims personal details

The Hindu 23 May 2026 2:12 pm

Indonesia's PBNU, Malaysia seek stronger Islamic economy cooperation

Indonesia's Nahdlatul Ulama Executive Board (PBNU) is seeking stronger cooperation with Malaysia to bolster the ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 1:38 pm

Prabowo vows to expand productive pond farms across regions

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto reaffirmed the government's commitment in scaling up the development of ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 1:35 pm

PLN confirms Sumatra power outage caused by bad weather

The state-owned electricity company, PT PLN, informed that the mass power outage in Sumatra on Friday (May 22) starting ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 12:31 pm

Ukrainian drone attack sparks fire at Russian oil depot: mayor

As a result of falling UAV debris, a fire broke out at the oil depot. Mayor Andrey Kravchenko wrote on Telegram.

The Hindu 23 May 2026 12:11 pm

Indonesia charts 5.61 pct growth in Q1 2026, highest since Q3 2022

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa stated that Indonesia's economic growth in the first quarter of 2026 reached ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 11:55 am

Indonesia pushes three pillars in AI policies: Ministry

The Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs underscored that Indonesia has set three pillars in its ...

Antara News 23 May 2026 11:49 am

Rubio visits India to sell energy as Iran oil shock persists

The top US diplomat has made statements offering to support Indias energy needs - but should Delhi give in?

BBC 23 May 2026 9:25 am

Marco Rubio in India LIVE: Rubio visits Saint Teresa's Missionaries of Charity in Kolkata

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to hold wide-ranging talks with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, in addition to meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attending a meeting of the Quad Foreign Ministers in New Delhi.

The Hindu 23 May 2026 9:18 am

Indonesia continues preparations for Giant Sea Wall project

The Indonesian government continues to oversee preparations for the Giant Sea Wall project along Java's northern ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 11:48 pm

Tulsi Gabbard resigns as Trump's top U.S. intelligence official

Tulsi Gabbard cited her husbands recent diagnosis with a rare form of bone cancer as the reason for resignation

The Hindu 22 May 2026 11:14 pm

Rubio cites some progress on Iran talks but we're not there yet

Mr. Rubio said the United States was in constant communication with the Pakistanis, who are facilitating the talks with Iran

The Hindu 22 May 2026 10:04 pm

Indonesia pushes stronger workplace safety to cut accidents

Manpower Minister Yassierli has emphasized the need to strengthen compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 9:58 pm

Saudi Arabia reviews hajj security readiness ahead of 1447H season

Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud reviewed the operational readiness of Hajj security forces ahead to ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 9:51 pm

Indonesia seeks Human Rights Law revision to address digital rights

Deputy Minister of Human Rights Mugiyanto stated that the revision of Law Number 39 of 1999 on Human Rights is ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 9:39 pm

EIGs MidOcean Energy Announces $120m Investment from The Arab Energy Fund as Part of Equity Raise

-MidOcean Energy (MidOcean or the Company), a liquefied natural gas (LNG) company formed ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 9:24 pm

Government prioritizes dams, bridges in Sumatra post-disaster recovery

The Indonesian government is currently focusing on building several infrastructure facilities, such as dams and ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 9:22 pm

VP Gibran pushes for seaweed farming modernization in Rote Ndao

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka emphasized the importance of modernizing and downstreaming the seaweed industry ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 8:49 pm

NATO Ministers question U.S. on Trumps confusing troop decisions

Ministers from NATO member states sought clarification from the United States over former president Donald Trumps reported troop movement plans, amid growing uncertainty among allies.

The Hindu 22 May 2026 8:15 pm

Taiwans government says U.S. hasnt notified it of any pause in a planned $14 billion arms sale

Fresh uncertainty has emerged over future U.S. military assistance to Taiwan after American officials suggested some foreign arms transfers could face temporary delays

The Hindu 22 May 2026 8:10 pm

Prabowo learns 2008 crisis lessons from SBY economic team

President Prabowo Subianto invited several economic officials from President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (SBY)'s ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 8:09 pm

MPR praises RI gov't for securing release of Indonesians from Israel

Peoples Consultative Assembly (MPR) Deputy Speaker Hidayat Nur Wahid applauded the Foreign Affairs Ministry ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 7:48 pm

India Will Not Become Another China

In overlearning the lessons of China, Washington risks squandering the most important relationship it needs to counter China: India.

The Diplomat 22 May 2026 7:48 pm

Indonesia shuts 172 illegal rail crossings to cut accidents

Transportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi stated that the government, along with the state-owned railway company, PT ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 7:31 pm

Indonesia, UK discuss strengthening halal supply chain

Indonesia and the United Kingdom, through the Halal Product Assurance Organizing Agency (BPJPH) and the British Chamber ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 7:14 pm

Indonesia blocks Polymarket in attempts to eradicate online gambling

Indonesias Communication and Digital Affairs Ministry has blocked access to Polymarket, a website allegedly ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 6:44 pm

Indonesia books Rp56 trillion in mineral and coal state revenue

Indonesia recorded Rp56 trillion (around US$3.1 billion) in non-tax state revenue from the mineral and coal sector as ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 6:37 pm

Indonesia's manufacturing sector remains economy's main driver

Manufacturing sector remains the main driver of Indonesias economy amidst various global challenges, Industry ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 6:29 pm

India, China, and Claims over Tawang: Views From a Field Visit to Arunachal Pradesh

In the face of the Chinese irredentist claims over Arunachal, New Delhi has attempted to transform a geopolitically sensitive frontier into a living, breathing part of the Indian nation.

The Diplomat 22 May 2026 6:03 pm

Meta rolls out new teen content restrictions in Indonesia

Meta has expanded its enhanced Instagram safety features for teenagers to Indonesia, introducing content controls ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 5:59 pm

Yogyakarta marks 20 years since quake with resilience drive

The Coordinating Ministry for Human Development and Culture kicked off the 20th anniversary of the Yogyakarta ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 5:32 pm

Danantara backs choice of Australian to lead state resource firm

The head of Indonesias newly formed state wealth fund, Danantara, on Friday defended the appointment of an ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 5:30 pm

Indonesia's new export SOE wins positive industry response: Airlangga

Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said industry associations had welcomed the establishment ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 5:24 pm

An Indian bride dies. Rival claims of murder and suicide set off media frenzy

Twisha Sharma, a model and actor, had been married for just five months when she was found dead.

BBC 22 May 2026 5:11 pm

Govt pushes onshore office requirement for global digital platforms

Indonesias Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs is finalizing a policy study that would legally mandate ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 4:47 pm

APEC ministers push for open trade amid global uncertainty

Trade ministers from the 21 APEC member economies discussed strengthening more open and rules-based trade cooperation ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 4:44 pm

Jakarta spent Rp1.9 trillion to handle slum areas in 7 years

The Jakarta Provincial Government used up to Rp1.9 trillion total budget to reduce the number of slum areas in the city ...

Antara News 22 May 2026 4:25 pm